Which of the original thirteen colonies is being described?
This colony began as a Dutch trading post, focused more on trading furs than in establishing a successful settlement. Originally called New Amsterdam, this colony angered the English government because Americans could ship through it to avoid English taxes. In 1664, England peacefully took control of the region and renamed it to what it is known as today.
a. Pennsylvania
b. Massachusetts
c. Virginia
d. Georgia
e. South Carolina
f. New York
g. Maryland
h. New Jersey